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hubris

/ˈhjubrəs/

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1 · n.

excessive pride that leads to mistakes

傲慢自大

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The tragedy portrays hubris as the ruler's fatal weakness.
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这部悲剧把傲慢自大描绘成统治者的致命弱点。
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Pronunciation: /ˈhjubrəs/

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